Delta Air Lines has updated its Medallion Status Match Challenge for 2024, and the successfully completed tiers are valid through January 31, 2026.
Eligible SkyMiles members who hold status with select mainly Star Alliance and Oneworld airlines can get temporary status for 3 months, during which they must meet certain Medallion Qualifying Dollars (MQD) requirements.
You can access this offer on Delta’s website here.
Match Eligibility:
You have not received a Status Match, promotional Medallion Status or complimentary Medallion Status in the past 3 years*, unless the complimentary Medallion Status was through your Million Miler Status
You currently have elite status with a qualifying airline, that was earned through that airline’s published requirements (complimentary status or status earned through a promotion does not qualify)
You are able to present both 1) a valid, current elite physical or digital membership card or credential with your name on it and 2) a statement showing your earned elite status with an airline and the corresponding activity with that airline that made you achieve that Status, with your name on it (for both materials, you may upload a photo, screenshot of your app or computer screen or other file format as long as it clearly shows the required information, your elite status level and your name)
You are a SkyMiles Member who 1) has been enrolled in the SkyMiles Program for at least 30 days prior to enrolling for the Status Match offer and 2) solely for non-U.S. based members, within the last 3 years as a SkyMiles Member have flown on at least 1 Delta-marketed flight (006 ticket stock) on a fare class higher than Basic Economy
MQD Requirement During Match Period:
Matched Airlines:
Conclusion
The status earned from the 2024 status match challenge is valid through January 2026, regardless of whether you complete it in January or December this year.
I am sure that Delta offers Diamond challenges for select business travelers who hold a comparable status with United (1K) or AA (EXP). You probably need to contact Delta to get you signed up.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How can I earn MQDs for this challenge?
MQDs can be earned the following ways:
On Delta-marketed flights operated by Delta or by one of our partner airlines*
With your eligible Delta SkyMiles American Express Card
MQD Boost: Earn $1 MQD for each $20 of purchases on your Delta SkyMiles® Platinum or Platinum Business Card or $1 MQD for each $10 of purchases on your Delta SkyMiles Reserve or Reserve Business Card and get closer to Medallion Status for the next Medallion Year
Delta Vacations®**
*Basic Economy tickets are not eligible for earning miles in the SkyMiles® Program or earning credit towards Medallion and Million Miler Status.
**MQDs awarded for total package value will be apportioned between lead booker and others in the same itinerary. Excludes taxes, fees (including government-imposed fees), Basic Economy and similar fares, gratuities, room service, other booking charges, and insurance, as applicable. Other terms, exceptions, and exclusions apply. For additional details, visit our Terms and Conditions, Go to footer note.
I have the highest status with my other airline. Why wasn’t I matched to Diamond Medallion Status?
The Medallion Status Match is only offered for Platinum, Gold and Silver Medallion Tiers.
If I want to extend my Status by meeting the requirements, can I earn higher than the Medallion Tier I was matched to (for example, I was matched to Gold but I want to extend it as Platinum)?
You may only extend the same or lower Medallion Tier as the Tier you were originally matched to. For example, if you are matched to Gold Medallion Status, you will not be able to earn Platinum Medallion Status through this offer. However, if you fall short of meeting the Gold requirements during the 3 months but meet the Silver requirements you can enjoy extended Silver Status based on the dates listed.
I am in the Status Match Challenge. Will I receive physical credentials?
Physical credentials will not be issued during the 3-month complimentary Status period or after the complimentary Status period ends. You can access your Membership Card through the Fly Delta app in My Wallet at any time.
Why can’t I choose my Choice Benefits as a Platinum Medallion Member in this challenge?
Members who are matched to Platinum Medallion Status will not be eligible for Choice Benefits unless the requirements to extend Platinum Medallion Status are met.
Terms and Conditions of this offer:
To be eligible for the Delta Status Match offer, a SkyMiles Member must (a) be enrolled in the SkyMiles Program for at least 30 days prior to enrolling for the Status Match offer and (b) solely for non-U.S. based members, within the last 3 years as a SkyMiles Member, have flown on at least 1 Delta-marketed flight (006 ticket stock) on a fare class higher than Basic Economy. If your Status Match Challenge request is accepted, you may only enroll in this offer once every three (3) years. A SkyMiles Member is eligible to extend the complimentary Medallion Status received through Status Match by (1) earning the required amount of MQDs during the Match Period (defined below), and (2) flying on at least one Delta-marketed flight during the Match Period (excluding Basic Economy). Offer to extend complimentary Medallion Status earned through Status Match is only valid for MQDs earned within 3 months from time of account upgrade (“Match Period”) and will not include MQDs earned prior to enrollment or after the Match Period. Participation does not guarantee Medallion Status. Promotional, temporary, and complimentary elite status (including earned status through any promotional or status match program) on other airlines will not be eligible for this Status Match promotion. Matched Status will expire after 3 months, unless that level or a higher level of Medallion Status is awarded prior to that date. During the complimentary period, you will not have access to Choice Benefits unless you earn Medallion Status through the published requirements at delta.com. Medallion Status must be earned in subsequent years by earning the required MQDs.
MQDs earned on travel during the Match Period on Delta, Delta Connection, and SkyMiles Partner Airlines on qualifying flights will count towards the challenge. MQDs earned through other sources during offer period, including but not limited to Delta SkyMiles American Express Cards, will count towards the challenge. However, MQDs earned from MQD Headstart using an eligible Delta SkyMiles® American Express Card will not apply towards required MQDs for the Status Match offer, even if the eligible card is acquired during the Match Period. Visit 2024 SkyMiles® Program Changes to learn more about how to earn MQDs.
If required MQDs are earned during “Offer Period”, Medallion Status earned will be awarded through January 31, 2026.
This offer is not transferable and eligibility/qualification for the offer is at the sole discretion of Delta Air Lines. Valid documentation and proof of other airline status is required and subject to approval.
Other restrictions may apply. Offer subject to change without notice. All SkyMiles program rules apply to SkyMiles program membership, miles, offers, mile accrual, mile redemption and travel benefits. To review the rules, please visit Membership Guide & Program Rules. Offers void where prohibited by law. Other restrictions may apply. Offers, rules and benefits subject to change. Please refer Delta customer service representative to 245001.
Members who earn Platinum, Gold or Silver Medallion Status beyond the 3-month period through this promotion will be updated in the system within fifteen (15) business days of completing the requirements.
